City Council has approved the municipal Growth Management Study (GMS) to help guide long-term planning over the next three decades. The study provides a roadmap for where new homes, jobs, and services will be located, and recommendations for how the City can phase infrastructure and development to support a growing population and economy.
The purpose of a GMS is to help make sure the community grows in a way that keeps pace with opportunity and change, while maintaining quality of life. It comes at a time when Timmins is experiencing strong economic momentum driven primarily by mining activity and industrial development, which creates an increasing demand for housing and skilled labour.
The Growth Management Study provides a snapshot of where Timmins is heading in the next 30 years. As we prepare for growth, we plan for more housing options to meet the needs of families, seniors, and workers. We explore how to make smarter use of land and infrastructure. We stay flexible to take advantage of changing opportunity that supports a complete community as defined by the integration of housing, jobs, and services.
Why does this matter for residents? Planning for and managing growth helps us identify the potential of land use, infrastructure, and services. The goal is to build a community, and neighbourhoods within the community, where people can meet most of their daily needs. Transportation is improved, local businesses are supported, and tax dollars are used more efficiently. To achieve this, the GMS recommends 45 strategic recommendations to guide future decisions and inform the City’s update of the Official Plan.
Quick Facts:
• Planning: 30 years (2026-2056)
• Population forecast: +4,800 residents
• New housing need: approximately 2,200 units (71 per year)
• Employment growth: potential for 2,500 new jobs
For more information on the City’s Growth Management Study, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/building_and_planning/planning/timmins_growth_management_study
Quotes:
“Timmins is entering an exciting period of growth and opportunity. With that comes the responsibility to be prepared and ready to best support residents, businesses, and industry. Long-term planning is essential to guide strategic investments that not only improve quality of life, but create space for what’s next. We are doing the work now to deliver a strong and sustainable future for our community.” ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau.
“This study provides a strong technical foundation for the City’s Official Plan review. It’s important that we plan for growth in a coordinated way by ensuring that housing, infrastructure, and land use is aligned with long-term needs. It is also important to understand that the study, while comprehensive, is not intended to constrain or limit growth. Long-term planning helps us be better equipped to respond to change and opportunity.” Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure.
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